Travel Blogs from Geilo

... regret not booking single tickets and going at my own pace. Highly suggest that if you do it, either rent a car, or book single tickets. Don't be herded like a sheep like I was. Norway was fascinating, such a beautiful country. I can see why Bergen is so popular. With just a quick five min train, you can see tiny towns nestled between small fjords. The big ones are about two hours away. I doubt I'll be back ...

My journey to Norway was a rocky one. It was my friend' s last night in Iceland, so we went out. Stayed out far too late, had a few drinks, and had a rather rough flight here. Never again. Bergen is absolutely incredible. The first day I went up the funicular and saw the views of the entire city. Such ...

... had from this Pulpit Rock are amongst the best views found anywhere in the world.

Flamsdalen and the Sognefjord

Whether you approach by rail and descend on the Flam railway, or arrive by boat or ship up the Sognefjord, the natural attractions of the area around this small fjord-side village must be seen to be believed.

Then on the train to Geilo in the mountains of south-west Norway. A beautiful train trip through verdant farmland, forest, lakes, streams, red barns and white houses, and villages large and small. Geilo is a very popular ski resort but also a summer retreat with a long history in Norwegian society.